"This is a typical story of a naive new owner being lied to by a breeder," according to a post on the sanctuary's website.

Instead, the breeder apparently told the owner it was a hybrid which could be kept legally. Other paperwork falsely claimed the furry beast was a "Savannah cat."

The caracal has found a new forever home at the WildCat Sanctuary, which is located in rural Marion County. And he's got a new name: Finnigan

Finnigan is about two years old, and is said to be in good health and not declawed. "He is a bit nervous but curious, exploring his new space and we know he will settle in just fine," according to WildCat.

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A large exotic cat that escaped its home and was later captured by the Department of Fish and Wildlife is now living at a local wildlife sanctuary, according to KOIN 6 News.